A Gift and A Curse: Renata’s Story

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Is love really ever enough?

Renata, fresh off a divorce and ready to start a new life with no distractions, find immediate trouble the second she accepts a job from Carson Becker. Carson is established, powerful and most of all, rich. All the things Renata is not and that makes her feel unworthy of his love. But Carson doesn’t care about her pocketbook; he sets out to capture her mind, body and soul.

Just as he gets Renata to let her guard down and things start sizzling in the bedroom and the boardroom, secrets are unleashed that threaten to take away everything these two have built. When power and insecurities threaten a relationship, everything comes down to figuring out if the love you share is really a gift…or a curse.

An Excerpt from Renata’s Story

“You want to come in?” he asked, his voice dropping to a sexy whisper.

Renata looked around and then back at him. “Come in where?”

“Into my home, of course.”

“I…I…I don’t know if that’s a good idea.”

“Why not?”

“Because y…you’re my b…b…b…b…boss.”

“So, if I wasn’t your boss, you would come in?”

Renata closed her eyes and took a deep breath. This man was way too much for her. What kind of question was that? Of course, if he was not her boss she would be all over him, devouring him like the eye candy he was.

“You know, Renata you don’t have to think too hard. You’re here because you want to be here. Why don’t you come in, let’s have something to drink and let’s take it from there?”

The offer was tempting. But as Renata allowed the words to sink into her mind and she took in his half naked body she knew that going in his home would not be a good idea. What would happen afterward? How would they deal with each other at work? How would she be able to look at him knowing that she had gone there with him? How would they make sense of everything?

“Carson, I can’t. I…I…I…I…I…I have to go.” She moved to walked away and Carson leaned in and gently touched her arm. He pulled her backward against him, placing her backside right into the hardness of his manhood. She felt him smelling her hair and her entire body went still up against him. His hand never left her arm and she prayed that this moment would last a lifetime. Seconds of silence passed before Carson bent down and whispered against her ear, “You sure you want to go.

9 reviews for A Gift and A Curse: Renata’s Story

  1. The Indie Express

    The main thing I want to leave you with is the fact that you will not be disappointed in this novel. I was so happy I found this novel.

    Great pacing and a well written storyline. Compelling characters and a Beautiful Romance! I look forward to reading more from Stephanie Deniese Brown soon!

  2. On A Reading Bend

    Real and Vivid. I liked the way that Stephanie Deniese Brown wove her tale.

    She has a real talent for bringing to life characters that a reader just connects with and roots for from the very beginning.

    Characterization was huge in this novel. The characters were all very well developed and had their own motivations and faults. It made them seem more real to me as the reader.

    I also really liked the flow of this novel. It felt very smooth.

    A stunning and passionate book.

  3. A Life Through Books

    This novel had a powerful main character and a powerful underlying perseverance. I liked the way the author set up the novel and the history she made sure to give the reader so that they came to understand the situation and characters.

    I felt like everything really flowed smoothly and led to an easy read. There are definitely some deeper moments throughout, there are ups and downs with real problems and authenticity. Its a solid Romance.

  4. Momma and her Stories

    What a clever story with a wonderful balance of romance and drama.

    Stephanie Deniese Brown has created a novel in which the main character shows growth. For me that is always something I look for in my favorite main characters. I liked flawed characters and if they can overcome things, it really speaks to me.

    This was a quick read for me. I felt like the words and plot just flowed long effortlessly. I found myself flipping page after page, laughing, crying, and invested the entire way.

  5. Tinesha P.

    This book was amazing! I love how you get to know what the characters are thinking. Stephanie did a great job! Phenomenal work!

  6. Debbie Brown

    I thoroughly enjoyed reading both books. What I love in romance books are the strong beautiful independent women who finally gives in to what there heart desires. I could not stop reading these books once I started from the beginning. They writing was warm, sexy and alluring. I was intrigued from the beginning. I loved that during my two weeks of vacation I dedicated to those two books. I can’t wait till Stephanie put more books out. I would definitely recommend as a best read of a romance novel.

  7. from Novel News Network

    A Well-Crafted Romance. Stephanie Deneise Brown’s voice is a breath of fresh air, smart, witty and romantic. Ultimately I loved the book and the emotional rollercoaster it took me on. I will read more books by this author!

  8. Salinda T. via Twitter

    Mama Approves! My mama loves these books. I need to order my own!

  9. Momma and her Stories

    What a clever story with a wonderful balance of romance and drama.

    Stephanie Deniese Brown has created a novel in which the main character shows growth. For me that is always something I look for in my favorite main characters. I liked flawed characters and if they can overcome things, it really speaks to me.

    This was a quick read for me. I felt like the words and plot just flowed long effortlessly. I found myself flipping page after page, laughing, crying, and invested the entire way.

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